Triplett RWC1000KNP User manual

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MODEL RWC1000
A whole new world of testing possibilities!
USER’S GUIDE
Revision 4
REAL WORLD CERTIFIER
TM
CABLE CATEGORY
*DIGITAL TEST
EXIT REVIEW
3* 5* 5E* 6*
Caution when connecting
The Real World Certifi er has two RJ45 jacks ("LEFT","RIGHT"). The
LEFT jack is for testing cables (the
jack is not protected from voltages).
The RIGHT jack is for testing switches
(it is protected from PoE voltage).
Protect the RWC from telephone and
Power over Ethernet (PoE) voltages
by using the "RIGHT" socket when
connecting to these devices and when toning.
Limited Warranty
The manufacturer warrants to the original consumer that this product
is in good working order for a period of one year from the date of
manufacture or date of purchase. During this period the product will
be repaired or replaced without charge for either parts or labor. The
warranty does not cover damage caused by improper use or abuse
including connecting to high voltage. Repair or replacement as provided
under this warranty is the exclusive remedy of the purchaser.
RWC1000 User's Guide, Rev 4. Made in the USA. Copyright 2010.
Metric version available with display and reports in metric units.
Real World Certifi er and Real World Certifi cation are trademarks of Byte Brothers.
Microsoft and Excel are registered trademarks of the Microsoft Corporation.
Help with device installation and PoE
Installers of VoIP phones, IP cameras or access
points use the Power Panel for exact measurements
of PoE voltage and power usage, displaying the
presence of 10,100,1000 switches and the pair
location of each. Note: "PoE" (Power over Ethernet)
powers devices over the CAT5/6 cable. Please visit
www.bytebrothers.com for data and videos.
USE <LEFT> PLUG
TO TEST CABLES
USE <RIGHT> PLUG
TO TEST PORTS
MENU
Table of Contents
Section I. Introduction ........................................................ 2
Real World Certifi er list of functions........................ 4
Section II. The Three phases of LAN installation............. 5
Section III.
Faceplate description...................................... 6
Section IV. Documenting testing results......................... 8
Section V. Operation........................................................... 9
Powering up and backlighting................................. 9
Navigation button.................................................... 10
RWC1000 Main Menu................................................... 11
Cable Testing................................................................ 12
Cat 5/6 UTP Cable Testing................................ 12
Cat 5/6 UTP RWC Level 1................................ 13
Cat 5/6 UTP RWC Level 2................................ 18
Reviewing Cat 5/6 UTP Test Results................ 21
Cat 5/6 UTP Basic Test.................................... 30
Coax Testing...................................................... 33
Naming / Saving Test Results..................................... 35
Reviewing/Erasing Printer Memory ........................... 39
Printing from a PC........................................................ 41
Network Testing............................................................ 46
Scan one port................................................... 47
Monitor INLINE................................................. 50
Send Beacon.................................................... 53
Appendix A. Straight thru cable coupler............................. 54
Appendix B. Ping and TCP/IP debugging tools.................. 55
Appendix C. Examples of UTP cable faults........................ 60
Appendix D. Making a correct UTP cable.........................,, 63
Section I. Introduction
Over half of all network problems are caused by faulty cables. And
with network speeds exponentially increasing, the need for affordable,
sophisticated test equipment is more apparent than ever before.
The Real World Certifi er (RWC) and Network Tester is break-through-
technology that brings cable and network certifi cation and testing to
a whole new level of reality. It opens up a whole new world of testing
opportunities to network cabling professionals and managers that, prior
to the Real World Certifi er, could only dream of performing speed tests
on their cable and LAN devices and printing the results.
WORKS WITH UTP AND ALL ETHERNET DEVICES: Unlike traditional
certifi ers, the RWC uses digital circuitry and digital testing techniques to
perform its tasks. These tests include traditional TIA568 cable verifi ca-
tion (length, opens, shorts, split pairs, wire map) for UTP (unshielded
twisted pair) plus RWC's own sophisticated crosstalk, timing and cable
parameter tests that yield a UTP cable's category (CAT3, CAT5, CAT5E,
CAT6) and speed capability (10, 100, 1000 MB)! And if you wish, the
RWC can use your own network devices (hubs, switches, PCs) to test
UTP cables with real live data! And, the Real World Certifi er analyzes
links and data from all types of hubs, switches and PCs. It performs both
single sided tests for advertised speed (10, 100, 1000 MB and duplex)
and inline tests (between devices) for negotiated speed. The engine of
the RWC circuitry is capable of 1 nanosecond resolution.
WORKS WITH COAX CABLE: Use the RWC to test for the length of
the cable, opens, shorts, wiremap and distance to any faults that might
exist. As with UTP, coax can be toned with the toner feature and test
results can be stored for later printer in the RWC's fl ash memory. No
Real World Certifi cation tests are performed on coax cable.
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What is Real World Certifi cation?
Real World Certifi cation means that a UTP cable passed a prescribed
battery of tests and is therefore not likely to cause problems later. The
Real World Certifi er has two levels of verifi cation/certifi cation:
RWC Level 1: Performed with the Main Unit and the Remote
Probe, Level 1 tests the cable for length; opens, shorts, split pairs
and distance to the fault; wire map (displays cable wiring); NEXT
and FEXT (crosstalk tests); propagation delay (time to transit
cable); skew (time delay between pairs); cable category (CAT3, 5,
5E, 6); and speed projection (10, 100, 1000 MB).
RWC Level 2: Includes all Level 1 tests plus takes advantage of a
real live data source (hub, switch or PC) to test for attenuation and
device type. The result is RWC Level 2 speed certifi cation of the
cable and the LAN device.
Networks are installed in steps. First, cables are installed. Then hubs,
switches and PCs follow. Cables and network interfaces are known as
the physical layer. The higher software layers provide addressing, fi le
transfers. etc. If the physical layer does not work, the communications
layers (software) will not work. Debugging cables, ports and network
software together is time consuming, frustrating and ultimately very
expensive. There are too many unknowns. Real World Certifying cables
eliminates unknowns, making it easier to get a network up and running.
And, once the hardware is operational you can run software layer tests
(ping, etc. ) from any workstation (see Appendix B).
What is the best time to Real World Certify a cable?
The best time to certify a cable is when the installer is still readily
available to repair any faults that are found. Installers should certify
before they leave, so that they will not lose money by having to
return to a job site to do in warranty repairs. Network professionals
should certify before the warranty period expires.
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The RWC1000 List of Functions
UTP CABLES. Real World Certifi cation Level 1 tests:
Length measurement of each cable pair.
Locates opens, shorts and distance to the fault.
Locates split pairs and the distance to the split.
Wire map. Graphs cables internal pairing.
NEXT (near end) and FEXT (a far distance) crosstalk.
Propagation delay (time for data to travel the length of the cable).
Skew (time delay between pairs).
Cable typing. CAT 3, 5, 5E, 6.
Speed Projection: Displays test results as a graph
projecting the cable’s speed capability (up to 1 GIGABIT).
UTP CABLES. Real World Certifi cation Level 2 tests. Adds:
Attenuation. Graphs level of real live data from PC, hub or switch.
Speed Certifi cation (Level 2). Enhanced speed display samples
real live data on active pairs to the limit of the device (1 Gig).
Note: Level 2 tests use real data from your hub, switch or PC.
COAX CABLES:
Length, open, shorts, distance to fault, tone and wire map.
NETWORK DEVICE TESTING:
Single Sided and INLINE port tests check the ability of the hub,
switch or PC to communicate by displaying their advertised and
negotiated capabilities.
Data signal strength. Single sided test exercises the suspect hub,
switch or PC and displays the data signal strength of active pairs.
NAMING TEST RESULTS, PRINTER AND TONER PROBE:
Naming tests. Test names can be up to 16 characters each.
Toner/probe. Includes a full featured toner/probe. Tones coax and
all 4 UTP pairs to locate wires in crowded wiring closets.
Printer memory. Stores test results for up to 250 UTP and coax
tests for later printing (requires a PC with Excel
®
). USB data
transfer cable and software included.
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Section II. The Three Phases of LAN Installation
The RWC1000 is designed for both the network installer, the network
repair person and the IT manager. The tests used during the three
phases of LAN installation can just as well be used to troubleshoot
LANs that are suffering operational problems.
The installation of a LAN is generally handled in phases. The
cabling is installed; then the switches and PCs are installed; and then
all is connected together. The RWC1000 plays a role during all three
phases, saving countless hours of troubleshooting.
Phase I. Use the RWC1000 during cable installation (before the
switches and PCs are installed). After the LAN cable has been pulled
through the building and terminated, it is good practice to Real World
Certify that the cabling is terminated properly and test that the cable is
proper for the intended use (e.g. CAT5E for gigabit networks).
Phase II. Use the RWC1000 after the switches and PCs are installed.
Before connecting the cables to the switches and PCs, verify that each
switch port and PC are operational. This provides a wealth of information:
It verifi es that the device is ON (i.e. it is transmitting); the speed of the
device (10, 100, 1000 MB/s) ; duplex; and other features.
Phase III. Use the RWC1000 when connecting the cabling to the
switches and PCs. With the cabling verifi ed and Real World Certi-
ed (Phase I) and the switch and PCs checked out (Phase II), all that
remains is 1) getting the equipment communicating and 2) verifying
each LAN link is performing at the speed expected. To do this, use Real
World Certifi cation Level 2 to test the cable and port combinations.
And use the Network Tests INLINE capability to connect between 2
LAN devices to verify the negotiated speed of the link.
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Section III. RWC1000 Faceplate Descriptions.
RWC1000 REMOTE PROBE
The MAIN UNIT connects to any Cat 5/6, coax cable or 10,
100, or 1000 Base-T device and performs a host of tests
needed for their installation and repair. For certain tests, it
can be inserted inline between two LAN devices.
RWC1000 MAIN UNIT
Power and LCD backlighting
Press the recessed power button. To backlight the display,
press the SEL button during the opening screen. The
RWC1000 powers OFF if there is no activity for 10 minutes.
Cursor and SELECT buttons
Use the cursor buttons to select the function to be per-
formed. Press the SEL button to select the functions.
Main Unit Jacks
LEFT, COAX and RIGHT: Use the LEFT jack for UTP
TESTING. Use RIGHT jack for NETWORK TESTING.
Far end cable termination: The Remote Probe's
jack is used to terminate the far end of the cable
when the wire map test is conducted.
The Remote Probe performs 2 functions:
Tracing cables: Use it as an inductive probe to trace
cables with the tone generated by the Main Unit.
"Printer" port
Use to transfer stored testing data (up to 250 tests) to a PC.
Requires Excel
®
. USB data transfer cable included.
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MAIN UNIT
REMOTE PROBE
9V BATTERY
COMPARTMENTS
RJ45/COAX
ADAPTER
FOR PROBE
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Section IV. Documenting Testing Results
The Real World Certifi er includes 3 ways to document your test results.
1) A custom tablet can be used to fi ll in the test results (included).
2) "PASSED" stickers can be applied to wall outlets and LAN
devices to Real World Certify their capability (included).
3) Printer Memory that stores test results for up to 250 Real World
Certifi cation tests, basic UTP tests and coax tests for later print-
ing (requires a PC with Excel
®
). A 6' USB transfer cable, driver
and software is included.
Reorder:
RWC1007 (50 sheets)
Reorder:
RWC1011 (96 stickers)
Transfer readings to Excel
®
for
printing (serial cable included).
See the Readme.doc fi le on
CD for USB/serial converter
instructions.
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Section V
OPERATION
Powering up and backlighting
Note: Once enabled, the LCD will remain backlit until the tester is powered
OFF. The backlight selection screen (above) is always lighted during the
3 second period that it is displayed. This allows you to turn the tester
ON in a dark area and SELECT backlighting during the process.
Backlight selection
screen (lighting the
LCD display)
REAL WORLD
CERTIFIER
REVISION 800K1
SEL BACK LITE ON
TURNING ON: Press the power button (PWR) and
release to turn ON the tester. The "backlighting"
screen appears (above). Pressing the select (SEL)
button while this screen is present turns on LCD light-
ing ("backlighting"). Backlighting is important when
working in dim light but shortens battery life.
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How to navigate through the Real World Certifi er screen:
PWR. Power ON/OFF (see prior page for backlighting).
SEL (SELECT). Press to perform task. Appears as on LCD.
The UP arrow. Appears as on LCD.
The DOWN arrow. Appears as on LCD.
The SELECT button's function always selects the task. But the function
of the UP and DOWN arrow buttons may change with each screen. For
example, the Main Menu (above) uses the UP arrow button to return
the tester to the MAIN MENU and uses the DOWN arrow button to
scroll the cursor.
The Main unit's navigation button
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This menu is the gateway to all of the RWC1000's tests. Scroll
the cursor with the down arrow button and press SELECT to
perform the task.
CAT5/6 UTP: Test and Real World Certify UTP cables with or without
LAN devices (hubs, switches, PCs) connected. Perform basic cable
tests on UTP cables. Tone UTP cables. Move the cursor to CAT 5/6
UTP and press SELECT. Page 12.
COAX CABLE: Test coax cables for length, opens, shorts, dis-
tance to fault and wiremap. 2 adapters included. Tone coax cables.
Page 33.
NETWORK PORTS: Perform tests on LAN (hubs, switches, PCs)
devices. Move the cursor to NETWORK PORTS and press SELECT.
Page 46.
PRINTER MEMORY: Printer memory is used to store the results
of up to 250 RWC Level 1, Level 2, basic tests and coax tests for later
printing. Move the cursor to PRINTER MEMORY and press SELECT
if you want to Review the tests stored in memory or Erase memory.
Page 40.
Main Menu
CAT 5/6 UTP
COAX CABLE
NETWORK PORTS
PRINTER MEMORY
EXIT SCROLL SEL
RWC1000
Menu
CAT 5/6 UTP Cable Testing Main Menu
RW CERTIFY ("RWC") UTP: Move the cursor to RW CERTIFY UTP
and press SELECT to start RWC Level 1 testing of a cable. RWC
tests have 2 levels: Level 1 uses the Main Unit and Remote Probe to
perform the Basic Cable Tests (listed below)... plus Speed parameter
testing (10, 100, 1000MB) and Cable Category Testing (CAT 3, 5, 5E,
6). When the Level 1 test is complete, you can choose to continue to
Level 2 and use real data from your own hub, switch or PC to expand
the testing. RW CERTIFY is designed for 4 pair cable only (use BASIC
TEST UTP for other pairings). See List of Functions for a listing of tests.
250 test results can be stored for later printing. Page 13.
BASIC TEST UTP: Move the cursor to BASIC TEST UTP and press
SELECT to test UTP cable for length, opens, shorts, split pairs (plus
distance to these faults) and wire map. BASIC TEST UTP does not
perform Real World Certifi cation. Page 30.
TRACER TONES ON: Move the cursor to TRACER TONES ON and
press SELECT if you wish to energize a cable with a tone (plug the
cable into the Main Unit's RIGHT jack). The Remote Probe detects
the tone at the far end of the cable. This is useful in locating cables in
crowded wiring closets. When selected, tracer tones will stay ON for
one hour. Note: Use the RIGHT jack when tracing unknown cables (it
is protected from accidental high voltage exposure).
RW CERTIFY UTP
BASIC TEST UTP
TRACER TONES ON
EXIT SCROLL SEL
UTP Cable Testing
Main Menu
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SELECT TEST:
CAT 5/6 UTP
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CAT 5/6 UTP Cable Testing / RW CERTIFY / LEVEL 1
Follow the instructions. Only an uncoiled cable will give you accurate
test results. At this point in the testing, the far end of the cable should
not be connected to any device. Note: If the cable is connected to a
device you will be alerted to check the far end of the cable. When ready
to proceed, press the down arrow ( TEST).
Error Messages: If there is a problem that stops the test from proceed-
ing, one of the following error messages will be displayed:
CABLE IS ACTIVE: There is an active network port on the far end
of the cable. You will need to unplug it to proceed.
CHECK CABLE END: A voltage is present on one or more of the
cable pairs or the REMOTE PROBE is connected to the cable end
when it is not needed. You will need to unplug it to proceed.
NO CABLE: There is no cable connected or an inactive port is
plugged into the far end of the cable.
Note: If errors persist from test to test, please contact the factory.
UN-COIL CABLE
PLUG OPEN CABLE
INTO LEFT PLUG
DO NOT USE PROBE
EXIT TEST
Press down arrow
button after cable
is connected
CAT 5/6 UTP
RW CERTIFY UTP
Perform Real World
Certifi cation Level 1 (UTP
cables) and Level 2 (UTP
cables and LAN devices)
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SELECT CABLE
PATCH 20' MIN
SOLID 20' MIN
EXIT SCROLL SEL
The Real World Certifi er has the unique ability to test both cables
constructed of stranded wire (commonly called "patch" cables) and solid
core wire. Scroll to select the cable and press SELECT. How to tell the
difference: If the cable is installed in a wall, it is almost certainly a solid
core wire. Preassembled cable with end fi ttings already attached is
usually stranded cable. Also, stranded cable is more fl exible than solid
wire. If you bend the cable and it does not attempt to spring back to its
original shape it is most likely solid cable. Note: The minimum length
of each cable type is shown on the screen for RW CERTIFY TESTS. If
your cable is shorter than this, use the BASIC CABLE TEST. Once the
selection is made, cable testing will automatically commence.
Stranded or
Solid wire
selection
screen
CAT 5/6 UTP Cable Testing / RW CERTIFY / LEVEL 1
CAT 5/6 UTP
NOTE: Descriptions of all test result screens can be found in
the RW CERTIFY/REVIEW section of the manual.
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CAT 5/6 UTP Cable Testing / RW CERTIFY / LEVEL 1
CAT 5/6 UTP
During this phase of testing, information about length, opens, shorts,
split pairs, crosstalk, cable category and speed is being gathered and
computed. If there are no cable problems, testing continues until you
are prompted to connect the Remote Probe and perform the Wire Map.
If all is OK, testing will fi nish (the RWC "speed" screen is displayed).
Note: If there is a problem with the cable, the problem will be displayed,
and testing will be halted. The problem must be corrected before testing
can continue. See Appendix C for examples of cables failures.
Complete results are immediately available for Review and Saving after
the test is completed. This "test now, review later" feature greatly speeds
up the test process when you have multiple cable installations.
Time to test: Short-cables take longer to test because fewer measure-
ments per pass are possible. The thousand of measurements required
are accomplished much faster on longer cables than shorter cables.
TESTING CABLE
TEST FOR DATA
*SPLITS
12> 36> 45> 78>
TDR
NEXT FEXT
SPEED TEST PAIRS
12> 36> 45> 78>
Testing progress
is shown on the
screen
Any problems will
be displayed (See
appendix C)
CAT 5/6 UTP Cable Testing / RW CERTIFY / LEVEL 1
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CAT 5/6 UTP
LEDs
PLUG IN PROBE AT
FAR END OF CABLE
<RED LED = DONE>
TRACE TONES ON
EXIT
The REMOTE PROBE is required for the WIRE MAP to be con-
structed. Plug the Remote Probe into the far end of the cable. Tracer
tones have been turned ON to help locate cables in crowded areas
(press the TRACE button on the Remote Probe and hold it close to
the cable to follow the tone). The Main Unit's wire map test is triggered
when the Remote Probe is connected to the far end of the cable
(there are no buttons to push). The wire map tests for correct cable
pairing. Note: The wire map is displayed during the Review process.
Not during the test.
Remote Probe LEDs. The Remote Probe
needs to be connected only for a brief period.
Flashing LED(s) indicate the test is progressing.
A steady LED indicates the test is completed.
This saves you an extra trip to retrieve the
probe. If LED(s) continue to fl ash the cable,
the cable has a wiring problem. Disconnect
the probe and go to the Main Unit to see
the see the results. Note: If you plan to test
to Real World Certifi cation Level 2, now is a
good time to plug in the hub, switch or PC (it
will save you a trip).
Testing is halted
until the Remote
Probe is connect-
ed.
CAT 5/6 UTP Cable Testing / RW CERTIFY / LEVEL 1
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CAT 5/6 UTP
RWC Level 1 fi nal
screen (when you see
this, Level 1 is com-
pleted and available
for review)
When the above screen appears, the Level 1 RWC is complete. If
you select REVIEW/SAVE, you will enter the Test Results Option
Screen. To discard the test results immediately, select EXIT.
EXIT SCROLL SEL
REVIEW TEST
SAVE READINGS
RWC TEST PORT
EDIT TEST NAME
REVIEW TEST: Vie
w results from the Level 1 test. After the review, you
may return to this screen to NAME/SAVE the results. See page 21.
SAVE READINGS: Store the test results in PRINTER MEMORY for
later printing and do not continue to Level 2 testing. The next sequential
Reading Number (1-250) will be assigned along with any name that
has been created (see EDIT TEST NAME below).
RWC TEST PORT: Continue to Level 2 certifi cation. Requires a PC,
hub or switch to drive the cable. See page 18.
EDIT TEST NAME: Create a name (not required) that is stored with
the sequential reading number. If you continue to Level 2 you will have
another chance to create a name. See page 35.
EXIT: Discards the test results and returns to the Main Menu.
<<< PASSED >>>
*DIGITAL TEST
EXIT REVIEW/SAVE
3* 5* 5E* 6*
Test results
option screen
FAQ: What is the difference between Level 1 and Level 2 and when do
I use it? Level 1 certifi cation tests for length, opens, shorts, split pairs
(including distance to the fault) along with propagation delay, skew,
NEXT, FEXT, and Cable Category measurements. Level 1 testing uses
simulated digital signals to test the cable. Level 2 adds to the testing
with the use of real live data from a NIC, hub, or switch. Use Level 1
for new cable installations or anytime a LAN device (hub, switch, PC)
is not available.
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CAT 5/6 UTP
Real World Certifi cation Level 2 adds to the battery of tests conducted
in Level 1 by testing the cable with real live data. The source of this data
can be any hub, switch or PC. Note: The screen (above) reminds you
that the best source of data is a gigabit device. A gigabit device drives
the cable with data up to a gigabit (1000 MB) on all 4 pairs.
Connect the port to the cable and press to continue with Level 2.
PLUG IN PORT
GIG PORT MAY
RW CERTIFY TO
10M 100M 1 GIG
EXIT CERT 2
If you have selected
to continue with Real
World Certifi cation
Level 2, this screen
appears.
CAT 5/6 UTP Cable Testing / RW CERTIFY / LEVEL 2
RW CERTIFY UTP
LEVEL 2
Perform Real World
Certifi cation Level 2 (UTP
cables and LAN devices)
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